Open Houses April 23 and 24

The weather has turned gorgeous here in Venice, a hint of what's in store for the summer while the rest of the city, espccially the valley, swelters. At Venice Patch House Hunt we’re presenting two homes for sale and an apartment and a condo to rent with the hours for the scheduled open houses this weekend. Feel free to contact the agents to arrange another time to drop by:

For sale: 1414 Innes Pl. The real estate agent says:  This is an architectually designed, three-story townhouse with views from every room. It features two bedrooms, one of which can be a live/work space. It features an entertainer's kitchen with Quortstone counter tops and Italian porcelain tile backsplash, along with stainless steel Bosch appliances. There are beautiful walnut hardwood and polished concrete floors. It has a two-car garage with a private entry into the unit. It includes a balcony, rooftop terrace and energy efficient windows throughout. Natural pebble stones and exquisite Italian tiles finish the bathrooms. There’s a master bedroom with a walk in closet and spa style bathroom. Commercial and residential zoning enables work and/or living space. Come and live and work in one of the most desirable areas of Venice, steps away from the beach and Abbot Kinney’s shops and restaurants.  Asking $1,199,000  Open house: Saturday 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. www.hiltonhyland.com

For sale: 815 Hampton Dr. The real estate agent says:  This is a three-story townhouse. Be the first to own this 2,265-sf place just off of Abbot Kinney Boulevard. This townhouse was originally saved for the owner’s wife and has only recently been put on the market. It’s priced to sell. It features direct access from the below-ground garage, two side-by-side parking with a private roof top patio and two balconies, one off 2nd floor the other off the master bedroom, that also features  sky lights. Asking $1,299,000 Open house: Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. http://dogtownstation.com/

For rent: 550 Vernon Ave. #A The owner says:  In a quiet neighborhood, this large unfurnished, four-bedroom, three-bath condo has hardwood floors, two-car garage parking, and laundry on site. It has a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, yard, balcony, central air, central heat, fireplace, rooftop deck, gourmet kitchen with marble countertops, jacuzzi tub in master bath, steam shower in master bath, huge walk-in closet along with a completely independent office with kitchenette that can be used for professional or guest room. It has a washer and dryer in the unit. It’s cable-ready. Will consider a small pet with a damage deposit. There’s a one-year minimum lease. Tenant pays home owner association fees of $220 per month. The owner can pay half of HOA fees.  Asking $4,700.00 non-negotiable with $4,700 deposit on approved credit. The unit will be available 5/1/11.  Open house is: Saturday 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.  www.westsiderentals.com

For rent: 2000 Alberta Ave. #6 The real estate agent says:  This in a great space in a newly refinished building. This large one bedroom, is in a building with a large courtyard and swimming pool, four blocks to the beach. There is gated parking for one car. There’s an on-premises laundry room. It’s a quiet neighborhood. The price includes $150 rent credit for the first three months. Asking $1,295, with a deposit of only $1000. Open House is: Monday - Friday 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. www.ellynesis.com